Discover your plans for family time this month with the 16 best kid-friendly things to do in and around Houston for April 2025.
April in Houston is packed with kid-friendly fun, from meeting Elmo and friends at Sesame Street Live to twirling on ice with Mickey and the Fab 5 at Disney On Ice: Let’s Dance. Families can marvel at wacky, decked-out rides at the Houston Art Car Parade, wander through a life-size herd of handcrafted Indian elephants, roll through Discovery Green’s outdoor rink, or celebrate Earth Day with hands-on activities.
Check out these awesome family-friendly happenings in Houston this April.
Top 16 Things To Do for Kids & Families in Houston This Month: April 2025
Events are not ranked but are listed in chronological order, by start date and time, followed by end date and time.
The Rink: Rolling at Discovery Green | Daily through Sunday, April 13 – There are less than 2 weeks left to enjoy the outdoor roller skating rink this spring, offering a vibrant and energetic atmosphere in the heart of Downtown. Surrounded by the park’s lush greenery and illuminated by colorful lights at night, families can skate in the lively ambiance, while upbeat music from local DJs and live performances set the mood. $14 includes skate rental, with discounts on Cheap Skate Mondays, Two for Tuesdays, School Spirit Nights, and Happy Hour Fridays. On Sundays, the Daisies and Pancakes Lab hosts skate lessons.
The Great Elephant Migration at Hermann Park | Tuesday, April 1 to Wednesday, April 30 | FREE – After captivating audiences in Rhode Island, NYC, and Miami Beach, the Great Elephant Migration comes to the Houston Museum District for all of April. The breathtaking art installation of 100 life-sized Indian elephant sculptures—each a handcrafted tribute to the majestic wildlife of India—is more than just a stunning display, the project is a worldwide movement promoting human-wildlife coexistence and raising millions for conservation efforts across the globe. 6am to 11pm daily.
Sesame Street Live: Let’s Play at The Hobby Center | Saturday, April 5 – Littles can join Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and friends for a special day at Hobby Center’s Sarofim Hall. The interactive show invites kids to sing, dance, and play along in a fun-filled adventure. $30.+ 3pm.
Joy Fest at Jubilee | Sunday, April 6 | FREE with RSVP – The Hockley community that integrates happy and healthy living welcomes all families to enjoy an afternoon of exciting activities, inflatable obstacle courses and bounce houses, yard games, food trucks, hands-on activities for all ages, and more. This event was originally scheduled on Saturday, April 5. RSVP required. Noon to 4pm.
My First Orchestral Concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Tuesday, April 8 & Wednesday, April 9 | FREE – With Miller Outdoor Theatre back in full force for the 2025 season, the occasional mid-week programming for littles kicks off with a 45-minute concert from Prelude Music Foundation. Designed for kids from birth through first grade, the vibrant performance invites children to explore the sounds of different instruments and discover the magic of making music together.
Disney On Ice: Let’s Dance at NRG Stadium | Thursday, April 10 to Sunday, April 13 – Join Mickey Mouse and friends, including Simba, Timon, Pumbaa, Ariel, Elsa, Anna, Olaf and many more, for the ultimate dance party on ice. The lively ice-skating extravaganza features beloved Disney characters and songs, promising fun for the whole family. $40+. Showtimes vary.
14th Annual Easter Seals Walk With Me at Houston Zoo | Saturday, April 12 – Walk, roll, or stroll through the zoo while raising crucial funds for programs that serve veterans, service members, children and adult with all types of disabilities and their families. An afterparty features kids’ activities, music, food, drinks, and more. $50 minimum donation includes zoo admission; free ages 10 and under. 8am to 10:30am.
38th Annual Houston Art Car Parade on Allen Parkway & in Downtown | Saturday, April 12 | FREE – One of Houston’s most beloved traditions is back as a parade of wacky, decked out art cars roll through the streets to cheering crowds. The parade officially begins at 2pm on Allen Parkway at the I-45 overpass, heading into Downtown before circling City Hall and heading outbound on Allen Parkway out of Downtown. Other highlights of the day include the Lineup Party at 11am on Allen Parkway between Taft and Bagby, offering a close-up view of all 250+ Art Cars as they get ready to roll in the parade; Kids Creative Zone at 11am at Sam Houston Park, a free kick-off to the parade with fun activities for both kids and adults, hands-on creative experiences and live performances; and After Party in Market Square Park at 5pm.
Easter Three Ways at Brennan’s of Houston | Friday, April 18 to Easter Sunday, April 20 – The famed Creole fine dining spot invites families to enjoy an Easter Weekend full of family fun and tasty eats. On Friday, grab a spot at Brunch with the Bunny to enjoy photo ops and more from 9:30am to 1pm; Saturday offers A Very Hoppy Brunch with visiting live bunnies from Boling Bunny Farms and seatings from 11am to 2pm; and Easter Sunday Brunch offers families the chance to feast on a 3-course meal of seasonal Creole fare, with seatings from 10am to 4:30pm. Call 713-522-9711 to make your reservations.
Green Mountain Energy Earth Day at Discovery Green | Saturday, April 19 | FREE – Bring the kiddos for this free, family-friendly Earth Day celebration in Houston’s gorgeous urban park, Discovery Green. This year’s theme celebrates renewable energy with educational talks, exhibitors, live music, art installations, arts, crafts and more, plus a special performance of Squonk’s Brouhaha, an immersive music and visual spectacle. Noon to 5pm.
Walk for the Wild 5K at the Houston Zoo | Saturday, April 26 – Families can lace up their sneakers and hit the trail for a wild adventure at the Walk for the Wild 5K at the Houston Zoo. The fun run helps protect animals around the world, and after crossing the finish line, you’ll get early access to explore the zoo. Bring the kiddos, enjoy wildlife-themed activities, animal encounters, and more, all while making a difference for conservation. Registration includes zoo admission and is $50; $30 for ages 2 to 10; free 2 and under. 7am to 10am.
The Grand Kids Festival in Historic Downtown Galveston | Saturday, April 26 | FREE – Art and history chart the course at a pirate-themed day of hands on family activities, live performances, crafts, a petting zoo, and more at this kid-focused street party from the folks at the Grand 1894 Opera House. 10am to 5pm.
Houston Symphony: Cirque for Kids at Jones Hall | Saturday, April 26 – High-flying acrobatics meet the magic of live music at Cirque for Kids with the Houston Symphony. Families can watch in awe as dazzling jugglers, aerialists, and contortionists perform breathtaking feats, all set to an electrifying symphonic soundtrack. $29+. 10am and 11:30am.
San Jacinto Day Celebration at San Jacinto Museum | Saturday, April 26 | FREE – Bring the whole family to celebrate the living history of 189th anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto with a day packed with kid-friendly fun and hands-on history in La Porte. Visitors can catch exciting battle reenactments, meet costumed characters, enjoy crafts, games, and live entertainment, and experience what life was like in early Texas. 10am to 4pm.
RailFest: Model Train Rally at Galveston Railroad Museum | Saturday, April 26 & Sunday, April 27 – Hop aboard for an unforgettable adventure at the RailFest Model Train Rally, where little conductors and train lovers can enjoy a weekend of miniature trains, hands-on activities, and kid-friendly fun, from intricate model train displays to real locomotives. $15; $10 ages 3 to 12; free under 3. 10am to 5pm both days.
Panto U.S.A: Treasure Island at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Tuesday, April 29 & Wednesday April 30 – The entertaining, kid-forward theater company Panto U.S.A returns with a fresh spin on Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. The 1-hour show tells of a perilous sea journey across the Spanish Main, a mutiny, search for buried treasure, and a message that good wins over evil every time. 11am both days.
The Wiz at The Hobby Center | Tuesday, April 29 through Sunday, May 4 – Follow Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Lion on a dazzling journey down the Yellow Brick Road in a new production of the high-energy, family-friendly musical that brought a groundbreaking twist to Broadway in the ’70s by featuring an all-Black cast and an iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and funk. The Broadway hit is perfect for kids and parents. $65+. Showtimes vary.
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